LUGOL, solution, 0,3%, 1 l, bot.
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LUGOL, solution
Definition
Lugol solution for the examination of nuclei of amoebae in stools.
Synonym
Lugol's solution; Gram iodine; Potassium iodide solution, aqueous iodine solution
Specifications
Technical specifications
- Ready to use solution: 1% or diluted 0.3%
- Composition 1%:
- Iodine (I2) ~3.3g/l
- Potassium iodide (KI) ~6.7% g/l
- Distilled water (H2O)
- Quality: for microscopy
- The 1% solution has to be diluted 1:3 or 1:5 before use.
Packaging & Labelling
1 litre brown glass or plastic bottle
Instructions for use
- Dilute the 1% solution: 1:3 or 1:5 with distilled water
- The solution of 0.3% is ready to use
Please consult the “Updated laboratory procedures, 2022” or “Bacteriology laboratory procedures and resources“ available online via the Laboratory working Group sharepoint page: Laboratory Procedures and Resources.
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For offline access, contact your laboratory advisor.
Storage
- Protect from sunlight
- Store at room temperature between 15-25°C
- No expiry date. Do not use if precipitates are found in the bottle.
Waste management
Substance with hazardous characteristics. Please contact your watsan referent for advice on proper disposal.
Detailed hazard and precautionary information can be found in the safety data sheet (SDS).
Classification EC Regulation N° 1272/2008
Please check the SDS sheet supplied with the product!
- Acute toxicity, Dermal, Category 4, H312
- Acute toxicity, Inhalation, Category 4, H332
- Hazardous to the aquatic environment, Category 1, H400
Signal Word
Warning
| H312 | Harmful in contact with skin. |
| H332 | Harmful if inhaled. |
| H400 | Very toxic to aquatic life. |
| P273 | Avoid release to the environment |
MSF requirements
Microscopic examination of nuclei of amoebae in stools.
To be used in bacteriology programmes.